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Here are several links and books that I've received over the years from Black and African American theologians. My exploration into this collection of books was sparked by a quote from Howard Thurman's work, Jesus and the Disinherited. "What does the religion of Jesus offer to those with their backs against the wall?" For Thurman, this inquiry commenced by examining Jesus' circumstances as a poor Jew residing in occupied territory without civil protection—an outsider in his own land." Black & African American Religious Studies Where to begin reading! My exploration into this collection of books was sparked by a quote from Howard Thurman's work, Jesus and the Disinherited. "What does the religion of Jesus offer to those with their backs against the wall? For Thurman, this inquiry commenced by examining Jesus' circumstances as a Jew living in Roman-occupied Judea...an outsider in his own land, a member of a marginalized and oppressed people without civil protections ." A Black Theology of Liberation Sisters in the Wilderness: The Challenge of Womanist God Just a Sister Away: Understanding the Timeless Connection Between Women of Today & Women in the Bible Black Church Studies: An Introduction Bonhoeffer's Black Jesus: Harlem Renaissance Theology and an Ethic of Resistance The Cross of the Lynching Tree How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind: Rediscovering the African Seedbed of Western Christianity Jesus and the Disinherited Gospel Haymanot: A Constructive Theology and Critical Reflection on African and Diasporic Christianity African American Religious History Black Theology and Black Power Liberating Black Theology: The Bible and the Black Experience in America Cumberland Community Reading while Black; The Whole Counsel of God. Listen Jude 3 Project Is Christianity Good For Black Women? by Jude 3 Project. Listen Hush Harbors Black Church History: Hush Harbors Secret Worship. Listen Sermons & Teachings Faith & Works Initiative ( Guidelines for a Constructive Church by Martin Luther King Jr.) View More EARLY AFRICAN CHRISTIANITY BIBLIOGRAPHY Primary Texts by Jude3 Project View More THE BIBLE PROJECT Videos Podcast & Guides View More By using my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support this website.

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My Soul Care Rhythm embodies a profound commitment to care for the soul. In this cherished rhythm, I recognize the intricate orchestra between personal well-being and the greater harmony of community. Rooted in principles of compassion, love, and justice, I believe that nurturing the soul extends beyond individual contentment; it encompasses a collective pursuit of justice and righteousness for the sake of all humanity. The Faith I Share The faith I share is rooted in an ancient confession, written some three centuries after the birth of Jesus... an Affirmation of Faith meant to draw hearts and minds toward the foundational truths that unite us: belief in God*, Jesus Christ* , and the Holy Spirit*. Across generations, these words have been spoken in many Christian communities, offering a steady rhythm of hope and belonging. Yet, even as they remind us of our shared foundation, we recognize that divisions still wound the body of Christ. This Affirmation of Faith gently calls us back... back to the heart of what has the power to bridge our differences and awaken a shared vision of God’s reconciling love. It invites us to hold fast to the living hope we find in Jesus, a hope that transcends the boundaries often drawn by human systems and empire theologies. Just as God’s creation flourishes in radiant diversity... each culture, language, and people bearing its own beauty... we remember that all things, in their time, find their harmony and wholeness in Christ. I believe in God* the One who holds all things together, the Source of life, Creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus the Christ* God’s beloved Son, our companion and Redeemer. Conceived by the Holy Spirit’s power, born into the world through Mary’s courage, He entered our human story with love. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into the depths of death and sorrow, yet on the third day, He rose again... a sign that love cannot be overcome. He ascended into the mystery of heaven and rests in communion with God, from where He will come again, restoring justice and mercy among the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit*... God’s breath still moving through creation, forming one sacred family of faith*. In the Spirit we are joined with all who have gone before us... the communion of saints, the gift of forgiveness, the promise of resurrection, and the life that has no end. Amen. God God, the One who holds all things together... is both strength and tenderness, mystery and intimacy. The Source of all life, God creates and sustains heaven and earth through boundless love (Genesis 1:1-2; Colossians 1:16-17). Scripture reveals God as Father and Mother, a Presence who comforts as a mother comforts her child (Isaiah 66:13) and who shepherds with steadfast care (Psalm 23:1-4; John 10:11). This Divine Love shapes us in wisdom and compassion, calling us to live in harmony with creation and with one another (Micah 6:8; Matthew 5:9). Made in the Image of God To be made in the image of God is to bear the reflection of Divine Love... a love that is both powerful and nurturing. Within each person lives the capacity for strength, creativity, tenderness, and mercy (Genesis 1:26-27; Psalm 139:13-14). God’s image is not limited by gender, culture, or language; rather, it is revealed through the fullness of humanity. In Scripture, Wisdom (Sophia) calls with a woman’s voice, guiding and sustaining life (Proverbs 8:1-3, 22-31). The Spirit, whose name Ruach or Rukha is feminine in Hebrew and Aramaic, breathes comfort and renewal into weary hearts (John 14:26; Romans 8:26). Jesus, too, speaks in maternal imagery, longing to gather his people “as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings” (Luke 13:34). These passages remind us that Divine Love is both fatherly and motherly... forming, restoring, and drawing us deeper into belonging (Hosea 11:3-4; Psalm 103:13). Jesus the Christ Jesus, our Redeemer, was born in Bethlehem and raised in Nazareth... among the humble and overlooked rather than the powerful or privileged (Luke 2:4-7; John 1:46). As a child, he fled violence and lived as a refugee in Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15). As a first-century Jewish man under Roman occupation, he entered the world without civil standing yet embodied God’s liberating presence among the people (Philippians 2:5-8). Through his life, teachings, death, and resurrection, Jesus revealed the heart of God’s justice and mercy. His words on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and his proclamation in Nazareth (Luke 4:14-21; Isaiah 61:1-3) invite us to love God wholly, love our neighbors as ourselves, and participate in the renewal of creation (Deuteronomy 6:4-12; Matthew 22:34-40; Acts 2:42). In his suffering, Jesus stood with the persecuted and the weary... with the faithful Church of Smyrna and the enduring Church of Philadelphia (Revelation 2:8-11; 3:7-13), showing that even in weakness, Divine strength prevails (2 Corinthians 12:9–10). The risen Christ walks beside us still, the Good Shepherd leading us into truth, healing, and liberation (John 10:14-16; Luke 24:30-32). Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is God’s living breath, present and active from creation’s dawn, still moving through all that exists (Genesis 1:2; Psalm 104:30). The Spirit comforts, renews, and guides with tender strength, interceding for us with deep compassion (John 14:16-17, 26; Romans 8:26-27). In Scripture, the Spirit is Wisdom’s voice, leading us toward justice, unity, and peace (Isaiah 11:2; Galatians 5:22-23). The Spirit forms one sacred family of faith, connecting generations past and present, the communion of saints, reminding us that God’s presence cannot be confined (Ephesians 4:3-6; 1 Corinthians 12:4-7). The Spirit is the divine rhythm of life that restores, reconciles, and breathes hope where there was none (Ezekiel 37:9-10; Titus 3:5-6). The Holy Catholic Church The Holy Catholic Church, meaning the universal body of Christ, embraces all who believe in Jesus across time, culture, and tradition (Ephesians 4:4-6; Galatians 3:28). The word “catholic” is not found in the Hebrew or Aramaic Scriptures; it comes from the Greek katholikos, meaning “universal” or “of the whole.” In the traditional creed, it does not refer to the Roman Catholic denomination, but to the worldwide fellowship of all who follow Christ. This sacred family of faith holds the beauty of diversity within unity, reflecting the Creator who delights in difference (Revelation 7:9-10). The Church exists not as an institution of power, but as a community of mercy and justice, called to embody God’s reconciling love in the world (2 Corinthians 5:18-19; Micah 6:8).

Every contribution counts as we expand our reach and make a healthy multigenerational impact in our neighborhoods. Whether you give to us or other like-minded collaboratives like ours, your actions will inspire others and will create a chain reaction of restorative love, justice, and healing in our communities. My family appreciate you for being a worthy connector and collaborator of resouring lasting wellness rhythms throughout all generations. Give Every contribution matters as we expand our reach and create a lasting, multigenerational impact in our neighborhoods. Whether you give to us or to other like-minded collaborations, your actions will inspire others and ignite a chain reaction of restorative love, justice, and healing within our communities. My family and I deeply appreciate you for being a valued connector and collaborator in cultivating lasting wellness rhythms across all generations. We are humbled and truly grateful for your support. Thank You So Much! Ways to Give Paypal Venmo Zelle Linktree "What is important is how well we love. God will make our love fruitful, whether we see that fruitfulness or not." ~ Bread for the Journey ~ A Sacred Thread A Brief Note About My Heritage

Soul Care and Spiritual Formation are grounded principles in transformative practices that foster spiritual growth, emotional well-being, heightened self-awareness, and a deepening connection with the Divine. Rooted in the transformative process that shapes communities into the likeness of Christ, these practices lead to cultivating virtues such as love, empathy, courage, humility, compassion, justice, grace, and wisdom. Embodied Soul Care Where to begin reading! The intention is for these resources to inspire you to discover enriching elements of soul care and spiritual formation on your personal and communal journey. Crisis Contemplation: Healing the Wounded Village Disciplines of the Spirit Walking the Way of Harriet Tubman: Public Mystic and Freedom Fighter Sacred Self-Care: Daily Practices for Nurturing Our Whole Selves What Makes You Come Alive: A Spiritual Walk with Howard Thurman Joy Unspeakable: Contemplative Practices of the Black Church Forged in the Fiery Furnace: African American Spirituality The Way of the Heart: Connecting with God Through Prayer, Wisdom, and Silence Embodied Spirits: Stories of Spiritual Directors of Color Anatomy of the Soul The Enneagram for Black Liberation The Complete Enneagram Sisters in the Wilderness: The Challenge of Womanist God The Spirituals and the Blues Kaleidoscope: Broadening the Palette in the Art of Spiritual Direction The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice Spiritual Disciplines Handbook: Practices that Transforms Us African Saints, African Stories: 40 Holy Men and Women Therese Taylor-Stinson Walking the Way of Harriet Tubman, Public Mystic and Freedom Fighter. Listen Lerita Coleman Brown What Makes You Come Alive, A Spiritual Walk with Howard Thurman. Listen E. Tray Clark A contemplative spirituality and preaching in the Black church. Listen By using my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support this website.

My Soul Care Rhythm embodies a profound commitment to care for the soul. In this cherished rhythm, I recognize the intricate orchestra between personal well-being and the greater harmony of community. Rooted in principles of compassion, love, and justice, I believe that nurturing the soul extends beyond individual contentment; it encompasses a collective pursuit of justice and righteousness for the sake of all humanity. Monasteries & Retreat Centers Prince of Peace Abbey Saint Andrew's Abbey Serra Retreat Mary & Joseph Retreat Center Passionist Retreat Center New Camaldoli Hermitage Suggest a Retreat Center Suggest a Retreat Center Sanctuaries of Renewal

Here are some links and books that our family has either read or is currently exploring together in our community. Healing Racial Trauma resources has inspired us to discover enriching elements of soul care and reparative trauma healing on your personal or communal journey. Healing Race-Based Trauma Where to begin reading! Our desire is that these resources inspire you to discover enriching elements of soul care and reparative trauma healing on your personal and communal journey. My Grandmother's Hands | Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies Healing Racial Trauma |The Road to Resilience The Body Keeps the Score | Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma The Black Woman's Guide to Overcoming Domestic Violence Trauma and Race | A Path to Wellbeing Open Wounds | A Story of Racial Tragedy, Trauma, and Redemption Suffering and the Heart of God | How Trauma Destroys and Christ Restores Anatomy of the Soul Healing Leadership Trauma Understood Smiling Mind UCLA Mindful Guides Goodsky | Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Light Mindfulness Practice Videos Johns Hopkins Medicine Somatic Self Care Resmaa Menakem Notice the Rage; Notice the Silence. Listen Sheila Wise Rowe What Do We Do When The Pain Doesn't Stop? (Transcending Racial Trauma) Listen Unchained Documentary Healing Wounds of Generational Trauma Listen Readings on Reparative Healing View More By using my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support this website.

Healthy Living is having the opportunity, capability, empowerment, and motivation to act in a way that positively affects our environment as well as our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It is paying attention to what we eat, being physically active, resting, learning more about ourselves and our connection with our body. All for the purpose of developing good habits and help us meet our health goal needs. Healthy Living Resourcing Wellness in Community Healthy Living is the opportunity, capability, empowerment, and motivation to act in ways that positively impact our environment as well as our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It involves paying attention to what we eat, staying physically active, resting, and learning more about ourselves and our connection to our bodies. All of this contributes to developing good habits that support us in achieving our health goals. We share these resources with the hope that they can contribute to your well-being or inspire you to discover valuable health-promoting resources within your local community. Sweet Bee Farm Elderberry Syrup Monterey Bay Our Culture Hub Edens Garden Plant Therapy Make It Dairy Free Baba's Vegan Cafe Hilltop Farmer's Market Fish & Poultry Market The L.A. Cafe South LA Cafe Blaze Pizza Casa Tlatenchi The Moody Vegan McKenna's Bakery Eating Healty Today Green Vibrance Organic Protein Collagen Peptides Tumeric Curcumin Swanson Bone Broth Ashwagandha Recreation Hip Camping National Parks CAVA SeniorShape Fitness Peloton App CurlMix Moonlight The King's Offspring Zenni By using my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support this website.

Financial Wellness fosters and mobilizes a diverse collection of resources that will champion and empower financial health and well-being. It creates and repairs a world where we are informed and able to discern healthy qualified financial decisions and confidently take effective financial action that best helps meet our basic human needs. Its inviting and building a financial wellness movement and momentum that fulfills our family, our friends and community goals, presently and generationally. Financial Wellness Resourcing Wellness in Community Financial Wellness means cultivating and mobilizing a diverse collection of resources that will champion and empower financial health and well-being for all humanity. It is creating and reparing a world where we are informed and able to discern healthy qualified financial decisions and confidently take effective financial action that best helps meet our basic human needs. As a result, its inviting and building a financial wellness movement and momentum that fulfills our family, our friends and community goals, presently and generationally (II Cor 8). John Hope Bryant Operation Hope Our mission is to advance economic opportunity by providing the tools they need to reach their goals. We help individuals of all ages by offering financial education, one-on-one coaching, courses on credit score improvement, as well as pathways toward homeownership and starting a business. BiggerPockets Rookie Podcast The Real Estate Rookie Podcast Our real estate investing podcast for beginners featuring interviews, real-world deal analysis, and listener Q&A. Tiffany the Budgetnista Aliche Get Good with Money As a successful pre-school teacher with a healthy nest egg when a recession and advice from a shady advisor put her out of a job and into a huge financial hole. As she began to chart the path to her own financial rescue, the outline of her ten-step formula for attaining both financial security and peace of mind began to take shape. Jasmin Shupper Greenline Housing Foundation Greenline Housing Foundation is that solution. Stewarding anger and translating it into righteous action to bring about lasting change, Greenline is providing down payment grants, home maintenance grants, and financial education to qualified people of color to help restore justice. BiggerPocket Money Podcast Want Serious Passive Income? Try Private Money Lending Private money lending has been mentally squared away as “something mega-wealthy people do.” Most investors will write off lending money because they think they lack the experience or funds to do a successful deal. What if private money lending requires less money than thought. Gary Vee Crushing It! Four-time New York Times bestselling author Gary Vaynerchuk offers new lessons and inspiration drawn from the experiences of dozens of influencers and entrepreneurs who rejected the predictable corporate path in favor of pursuing their dreams by building thriving businesses and extraordinary personal brands. Dave Zoller, CFP Streamline Financial Services Achieve Your Successful & Secure Retirement WITHOUT A Financial Advisor Ramsey Solutions The 7 Baby Steps You can take control of your money! Dave Ramsey's 7 Baby Steps will show you how to save for emergencies, pay off all your debt for good, and build wealth. It’s not a fairy tale. It works every single time! Vanguard Vanguard | The Value of Ownership Can estate planning feel like an act of love? Can a financial partnership lead to quality time with your family? Can your investments build a stronger community? How can financial advice enable generational wealth for the Black community? Financial Wellness Guides Urban Wallet We equip urban millennials with real-time money management concepts and tips to increase our efficiency, wealth and prosperity through investing OUR CASH. Gender Equity & Economic Security American Association of University Women We’ve led the fight for fair pay and economic opportunity for women — and the battle continues: Women still get just 83 cents for every dollar paid to a man, and men continue to dominate the top roles and highest-paying professions. Make Money Better Healthy Rich Race and culture are two factors that can be very important, not only because of the influence of external social and historical factors but also because of internal cultural factors and beliefs. BIPOC looking for financial advice sometimes need information tailored to our experiences as racialized people. 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A living library of reflections, stories, and resources rooted in the pursuit of justice, righteousness, and embodied soul care. These offerings are not just updates or insights, they are companions for those resisting disconnection, disembodiment, elitism, and nationalism. Here, truth is held with tenderness, and history is honored as a guide, not a weapon. Each resource is curated to nurture clarity, courage, and communal healing in a fragmented world. Blogs & Articles A living library of reflections, stories, and resources rooted in the pursuit of justice, righteousness, and embodied soul care. These offerings are not just updates or insights...they are companions for those resisting disconnection, disembodiment, elitism, nationalism, and racism. Here, personal truths are held with tenderness, and history is honored as a guide rather than a weapon. Each resource is curated to nurture clarity, courage, and communal healing in a fragmented world. African Burial Ground National Park Service A Sacred Space in Manhattan. African Burial Ground is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It protects the historic role slavery played in building New York. Dr. Chanequa Walker-Barnes Dr. Chanequa Walker-Barnes is a theologian, psychologist, and professor dedicated to healing the legacies of racial and gender oppression through faith, justice, and holistic care. In her Substack newsletter, No Trifling Matter, she offers personal reflections and insights on topics like motherhood, resistance, and spiritual growth. Sheila Wise Rowe Sheila Wise Rowe is the co-founder of The Cyrene Movement, an online Christian community dedicated to helping people of color heal from racial trauma, realize their potential, and embrace community. The movement draws inspiration from Simon of Cyrene, a man of color from North Africa who helped Jesus carry the cross, symbolizing the act of lifting each other's burdens. Dr. Lerita Coleman Brown Lerita Coleman Brown , a heart and kidney transplant recipient, spiritual director, and professor emerita of psychology...intertwines her personal journey with profound insights into the integration of spiritual and psychological healing. Her exploration of the intersection between spiritual direction and psychotherapy reveals how blending psychological insight with spiritual accompaniment can cultivate a more holistic model of care, one that honors both the inner life and mental well-being. Lisa Sharon Harper Lisa Sharon Harper reflects on the events of our day, through the lenses of theology, culture, politics, and the arts. Think of this space as “LSH Acoustic”: raw, thoughtful first takes without the bells and whistles. Sometimes her reflections appear as short Twitter moments. 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Explore thought-provoking reflections on healing, connection, and the intersection of neuroscience and spiritual formation by Dr. Curt Thompson. These articles offer rich insight for anyone longing to live with greater purpose, presence, and wholeness. The Work of the People The Work of the People is a spiritual media ministry offering contemplative films and visual liturgies that invite deep reflection, healing, and justice. Their resources help individuals and communities encounter God through honest storytelling and creative liturgy. Dr. Sophia Park Dr. Sophia Park is a prophetic voice in global feminist theology, Dr. Park weaves together biblical spirituality, intercultural wisdom, and liberating practices rooted in the margins. As a scholar, spiritual director, and sister of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, her work invites us into deeper belonging, healing, and global sisterhood. Father Maurice J Nutt Father Maurice J. Nutt is a Redemptorist priest, revival preacher, and author dedicated to uplifting African American Catholic voices through prophetic preaching, social justice, and spiritual renewal. His ministry emphasizes faith, cultural identity, and the transformative power of the Gospel. Father Maurice shares reflections like “Preaching in a Time of Crisis” and “Pursuing a Life That Matters,” offering guidance on living a faith-filled life. Through his preaching, writing, and retreats, Father Maurice continues to inspire others to embrace a life of purpose and faith. Center for Action & Contemplation Center for Action and Contemplation Daily Meditations are everyday wisdom for a transformed lives. They are rooted in the Christian contemplative traditions, offering reflections from Richard Rohr, CAC faculty, and guest teachers to help you deepen your spiritual practice and embody compassion in the world. Kahlil Greene Kahlil Greene , also known as the “Gen-Z Historian”, is a 2x Emmy-nominated, Forbes 30 U 30 Honored, Peabody Award-winning, and New York Times, WSJ, and Variety Magazine recognized digital educator with over 800,000 followers and 50mm views across his TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles. He has authored op-eds about Gen Z and social impact in the Washington Post, LA Times, and Harvard Business Review. Kahlil also graduated from Yale with a degree in History and served as the college’s first-ever Black student body president. Kahlil is now a full-time, self-employed speaker, influencer, and educator and is known for his TikTok series, Hidden History–which dives into stories of American injustice–and for his commentary about politics and culture. Take a Look at Substack Top Black History Creator with Jemar Tisby & Kahil Greene Center of Spiritual Imagination The Community of the Incarnation is a new monastic community which embodies and teaches engaged contemplative spirituality in response to what Father Bede Griffiths called “the universal call to contemplation.” We affirm that intimacy with God does not belong to a special group of religious professionals but is available to all. Our practice democratizes the gifts of monastic spirituality and translates them into a form that can be lived in everyday life. Writings Asian American Christian Collaborative By Asian American Christians, for Asian American Christians, about Asian American Christians. Read compelling stories, rich theology, and thoughtful reflections from our community in our weekly newsletter. Sign up and be the first to get new content, updates, and resources pertaining to Asian American Christians. Articles

Recommended Reads are for improving the lives of one's self and others. "Education has a two-fold function in society. On the one hand it should discipline the mind for sustained and persistent speculation. On the other hand it should integrate human life around central, focusing ideals. It is a tragedy that the latter is often neglected in our educational system ( Martin Luther King Jr)." "Education is the key that unlocks the gold door to freedom (George Washington Carver)." Recommended Reads Resourcing Wellness in Community Recommended Reads are designed to enrich the lives of people and communities alike. "Education serves a twofold purpose in society. On one hand, it should discipline the mind for sustained and thoughtful reflection. On the other, it should integrate human life around central, guiding ideals. It is a tragedy that the latter is often neglected in our educational system." — Martin Luther King Jr. "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it" thus "Education is the key that unlocks the golden door to freedom." ~ George Santayana & George Washington Carver May these resources inspire you to rediscover the fullness of your own spiritual journey as we walk together in Jesus’ way of justice, mercy, and love. Features of the Month Soul Care Spiritual Formation Soul Care & Spiritual Formation Lament Advent Prayer Devo Lament & Advent Soul Readings Reparative Healing Reparative Healing Colonialism Colorism Caste Nationalism. Colorism. & Caste. Mainline Church Racial Dilemma Mainline Church Racial Dilemma Historical Racial Compromise Historical Racial Compromise Black African American Religious Studies Black & African American Religious Studies EARLY AFRICAN CHRISTIANITY BIBLIOGRAPHY Primary Texts by Jude3 Project View More THE BIBLE PROJECT Videos Podcast & Guides View More By using my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support this website.

Let's actively participate in the pursuit of holistic living using spiritual and body practices that uplift and transforms our souls fostering strength in our spirits as we embark on this healing journey together. Soul Care Group Session 60 minutes $70 to $100 scale + travel expenses & materials (Personalized Online or In-Person) Let’s explore what a group soul care session could look like for your team or community, your hopes, expectations, and the unique needs of your group. I look forward to partnering with you to create a meaningful experience Schedule a Conversation